Joseph is often the forgotten member of the Holy Family. Do you remember as children when we wrote "J.M.J." at the top of our papers in parochial school? That was to remind us to have the intention of ...

Jesus, Mary, and Joseph comprise the Holy Family, the basic human unit of God's strategy for the Incarnation and Redemption. They belong together in the history of salvation. The three are inseparable ...

The Catholic Church celebrates every February 2nd, Candlemas Day, the presentation of Baby Jesus in the temple. On this day, ...

Mary and Joseph, known as the parents of Jesus, are truly significant characters ... stories as well as their dedicated roles in the holy family. Intrigued? Click on to expand what you know ...

The fifth mystery is depicted in art by the 19th-century British pre-Raphaelite painter, William Holman Hunt. Most people know him for his famous painting, “The Light of the World,” where Jesus stands ...

Among its profound religious narratives, the journey of the Holy Family — of the Virgin Mary, Joseph, and the infant Jesus — stands out as a unique chapter of faith, endurance, and divine ...

The Very Revd Dr Edward Dowler (Dean of Chichester) reflects on the Feast Day of ‘Candlemas’, when Jesus is presented at the temple by Joseph and Mary. This moment features a diverse range of people, ...

My first vivid memory of the place is of Star Street, which is traditionally acknowledged as the final portion of Mary and Joseph’s journey into town ... regarding their lack of welcome for the Holy ...